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May 7, 2010 - 2 posts - ‎2 authors
ISO torque specs for the intake & plenum for a 98 Windstar...3.8 with the ... Our community is here to help you with any questions you have related to your Ford. ... Lower Intake Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolt 8-12 - (71-106).

These specs are for stock-type bolts with light engine oil applied to the threads and the underside of the bolt head. Moly and other lubes offer reduced friction and increased bolt tension, which will affect the torque figure. If you use after-market performance bolts like ARP's, you should follow the recommended torque specifications.

Install the cylinder head bolts. Starting at top center, tighten all
cylinder head bolts in sequence as shown in illustration, using the
Cylinder Head Bolt Wrench (09221 - 32001) or equivalent. Repeat the
procedure, re-tightening all cylinder head bolt to the specified torque.
(torque spec is Cold Engine 105-115 Nm (76-83 ft lb) )
. Install the timing belt tensioner pulley.
. Install the timing belt on the camshaft sprocket, making sure that
the tension side is tightened by turning the camshaft sprocket in
reverse, all timing marks are in alignment.
. Adjust the timing according to "Timing Belt"
. Install the rocker cover and tighten the bolts to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Rocker cover belt:

2.5-3.5 Nm (25-35 kg.cm, 2-3 ft. lbs.)

. Install the timing belt cover.
Install the new intake manifold gasket and the intake manifold. Tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Install the new exhaust manifold gasket and the exhaust manifold.
Tighten the exhaust manifold attaching nuts to the specified torque.
. Install the surge tank and tighten the nuts bolts to the specified torque.
. Install the power steering oil pump and bracket.
. Install the ignition coil.
. Install the air intake hose.
Connect the vacuum hose, fuel hose and water hose.
. Install breather hose.